NECCS Newark Educators’ Community Charter School STUDENT/PARENT/TEACHER COMPACT It is important that families and schools work together to help students meet high academic standards. Newark Educators’ Community Charter School Title I Program is designed to include parents as partners as students work toward their fullest potential. This Student/Parent/Teacher Compact signifies a commitment on the part of all participants to work towards increased achievement, a thirst for lifelong learning, and responsible citizenship are the desired outcomes for each student in the Title I Program. Student Pledge I understand that my education is important because it helps me develop the tools I need to become a responsible and productive person. I also understand that my parent/guardian wants to help me do my best in school. I know I am responsible for my own success, and to do my best I pledge to: Strive to have a positive attitude Be responsible for my own behavior and my own work Cooperate with others in order to learn and grow Interact with teachers and peers in a positive way Talk with friends and family about what I learn in school Student’s Signature: __________________________________ Date: ____________ The Parent/Guardian Pledge I understand that my participation in my child’s education will help her/him to develop the tools necessary to have success in school and in life. In order to best support my student’s development, I pledge to: Ensure that my child attends school regularly Provide a place and time at home for my child to study/complete homework Communicate regularly with the Title I teacher by attending meetings and also by sharing any concerns or questions about my child’s progress Talk, read and/or write with my child every day Parent’s Signature: _________________________________ Date: _____________ The Teacher Pledge I understand the importance of the school experience to every Title I student and my role as teacher and model. Therefore, to improve student achievement I pledge to: Motivate my students to learn Have high expectations and help every child develop a love for learning Communicate regularly with families about student progress Provide a warm, safe and caring learning environment Facilitate interesting and challenging lessons and activities to promote student achievement Title I Teacher’s Signature: __________________________ Date: ____________